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The Sumatran rhino (Dicerorhinus sumatrensis) is a critically endangered species of rhinoceros native to the dense forests of Southeast Asia, primarily in Indonesia and Malaysia. It is the smallest and most ancient of the living rhino species, characterized by its hairy body and two horns. Once widespread, the Sumatran rhino population has drastically declined due to habitat loss, deforestation, and poaching for their horns, leaving fewer than 80 individuals in the wild. Conservation efforts, including breeding programs and habitat protection, are urgently underway to save this species from extinction. The Sumatran rhino is a vital part of its ecosystem, helping to maintain forest diversity by dispersing seeds through its diet.